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Definition of inadvertence

inadvertence

/ˌɪn.ædˈvɜːr.təns/
in · ad · ver · tence
Adverb:inadvertently
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Plural:inadvertences
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Adjective:inadvertent
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inadvertence Lexical Profile

inadvertence Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality or state of being inattentive, heedless, or unintentional; lack of careful attention.

Example

"The discrepancy in the financial report was the result of mere inadvertence rather than deliberate fraud."

2

An unintentional error, omission, or oversight resulting from a lack of attention.

Example

"The editor apologized for several minor inadvertences that remained in the first printing of the manuscript."

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• Rhymes for inadvertence

• Nearby Words

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inadvertently

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Middle French or Medieval Latin 'inadvertentia', derived from Latin 'in-' (not) + 'advertere' (to turn one's attention to).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inadvertence. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inadvertence
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